22 Best Gnome Shell Extensions

Gnome Shell is one of the most popular desktop environments on Linux and other *nix operating systems. The latest version, Gnome 3.18, is even better with a host of new features and improvements on board.

While it is not without its haters, it has been proven to be very usable and productive for most users. But truth be told, the default configuration on Gnome 3 isn’t entirely satisfactory with many users pointing out it’s lack of customisation options. Thankfully, there are many extensions which will extend the functionality of the Gnome Shell to a significant extent.

Here are 22 of the best Gnome Shell Extensions

1. Dash to Dock

This extension transform the Dash in Gnome 3’s activities overview into a highly configurable Dock which you can place anywhere on your desktop. This Dock allows you to launch or switch applications faster than ever.

2. Pomodoro Timer

If you’re a staunch user of the Pomodoro technique, you will find this extension very useful. It helps you increase productivity by dividing your time into blocks and reminding you to take short breaks. You can read more about Pomodoro Technique here.

5. Drop Down Terminal

6. Open Weather

Open Weather brings a weather forecast from openweathermap.org or forecast.io straight to your gnome desktop. You can customise it’s appearance in the settings such as where it appears on the panel, Temperature and Wind Speed units, default weather provider, etc.